Get the Haaland Look This Fall
Mike Edde tells you how to get the look this fall they are all talking about.
When Erling Haaland decided to say goodbye to his famous long blond hair and reveal a dramatically short buzz cut, he certainly got people talking. It is a huge change from the Viking-style ponytail we have become used to seeing, but it is also one of the easiest men’s looks to recreate.
So, if you are tempted to follow Haaland and go for the chop this autumn, here is how to do it — and, just as importantly, how to grow it back out when you are ready for another change.
The first thing I would say is: don’t just tell your barber to shave it all off! Haaland’s look might appear incredibly simple, but you still want the cut to work with your head shape, hairline and hair density.
Ask for a very short, even buzz cut, approximately a grade one or two. Your barber can advise whether going slightly longer would be more flattering for you. The beauty of this haircut is that it is clean, masculine and incredibly low maintenance. There is virtually no styling involved — you can wash it, dry it and go.
However, the shorter the hair, the more noticeable the regrowth becomes. If you want to keep that freshly cut Haaland appearance, I would recommend having it tidied approximately every two to four weeks. Keeping the neckline and edges neat makes all the difference.
And remember your scalp. Once you remove longer hair, an area of skin that has been protected is suddenly much more exposed. Use a gentle shampoo, avoid piling on unnecessary styling products and, even during autumn, think about SPF if your scalp is exposed to the sun.
What happens when you want your long hair back?
This is where patience comes in.
Hair generally grows around a centimetre or so each month, although everybody is different. The biggest mistake men make when growing out a buzz cut is simply abandoning the barber altogether.
Instead, have small maintenance trims while allowing the overall length to develop. Your barber can gradually reshape the hair as it grows, keeping the back and sides under control while allowing more length through the top. This prevents that awkward stage from looking quite so awkward!
As it becomes longer, start introducing a lightweight conditioner to keep the hair healthy and manageable. Avoid excessive heat and heavy styling products, and don’t be tempted to keep cutting it back every time it reaches an annoying stage.
If your eventual goal is Haaland’s old long-haired look, you are playing the long game. Once it reaches sufficient length, you can begin wearing it swept back before eventually progressing to a low ponytail or bun.
So, could you brave the Haaland buzz cut?
I say if you have been thinking about going dramatically shorter, autumn is the perfect time to try it. Hair grows back — and sometimes a completely different look is exactly what we need.
Mike x
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